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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who sabotaged Jack's chances for acquiring the French privateer?
(a) Govenor
(b) Secretary
(c) Doctor
(d) Commandant

2. Which of the following characters is the ship's surgeon?
(a) Aubrey
(b) Maturin
(c) Bradby
(d) Harte

3. What does Jack discount as a gnat in respect to Stephen joining the crew?
(a) Language difficulties
(b) Ability of Stephen and Jack to get along
(c) Understanding of Naval hygiene
(d) Complete knowledge of surgical procedure

4. Which of the following terms best describes the type of thoughts Jack had when Maturin elbowed him during the concert?
(a) Murderous
(b) Somber
(c) Relieved
(d) Angry

5. Which of the following is the best synonym for the word erudition in the following sentence: Stephen amazed Jack with his erudition in pointing out one special dish.
(a) Sophistication
(b) Education
(c) Culture
(d) Scholarship

Short Answer Questions

1. Who did Jack send to tell Stephen he would not make it back to port in time for dinner?

2. Which of the following is the best definition for the term epaulette?

3. Which of the characters cannot speak?

4. Which word describes one of the motivating factors for Stephen to take the job?

5. How does Mrs. Harte feel about Jack's promotion?

(see the answer key)

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